Love Thy Neighbor is a faith-based tobacco control program for African American smokers, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

Our mission is to empower African Americans within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to quit smoking. Through program resources and support, Love Thy Neighbor (LTN) seeks to equip smokers with what they need to quit and remain healthy for themselves and for their communities.

• Intensive, 8-week course facilitated by local faith-based and community groups throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Comprehensive curriculum and support materials in order to effectively conduct classes.
• Operates in participating Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg churches and community centers.
• Expense reimbursements to eligible churches.

Helpful Tips To Stay Smoke-Free

Get Support From Friends:

Get support from a nonsmoker, an ex-smoker or someone else who wants to quit.

Avoid Temptation:

Try to avoid places and people that tempt you to smoke — especially for first few days.

Take It One Day At a Time:

Don’t worry about next week or the next year. Quit for today. Remember, only you know why you started to smoke. Only you know what it takes to quit. You can do it.

The strength of our program is rooted in our national, state and local health partnerships.

Here are materials and guidelines needed to facilitate your own Love Thy Neighbor community group, as well as other information to help you quit and remain smoke-free.

See and hear how we're spreading the word about Love Thy Neighbor. Here you'll find TV clips, radio spots and other information that help us extend the anti-smoking message across Pennsylvania.